Active Minds Boulder, Longmont, Louisville – June 2019

Wednesday, May 29, 2019, 11:00-noonItaly
After a contentious election last year that included rumblings about possibly leaving the European Union, Italy has formed a fragile government under the leadership of Giuseppi Conte. Join Active Minds as we review the rich history of Italy and its current turmoil. We’ll visit Italy’s roots in Holy Roman Empire, its rich artistic and scientific contributions of the Renaissance, its role during and after World War II, and its economic and political struggles over the past decade. This event is sponsored by The Carillon at Boulder Creek and Brookdale Meridian Boulder.Location: West Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302… mapCost: FreeRSVP: Boulder Senior Services: 303-441-3148

* * * Special Event * * *Monday, June 3, 2019, 1:00-3:00 pm (1:00 reception, 1:30-2:30 program)China’s Human Rights Struggle
Thirty years ago, China’s human rights issues were showcased to the world by the bloody crackdown on peaceful protesters in Tiananmen Square. Join Active Minds as we look at how modern China’s economic growth has often come at the expense of human rights. We will highlight the ways in which the Chinese has repressed political dissent, as well as ways in which ethnic minorities have been negatively impacted.Location: Sunrise at Flatirons, 400 Summit Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80021… mapCost: FreeRSVP: 303-466-2422Parking: Complimentary parking is available. Please ask the Concierge about the parking when you make your reservation.

Wednesday, June 12, 2019, 1:00-2:00 pm Winston Churchill
As one of the key architects of the Allied victory in World War II, Winston Churchill is widely regarded as one of the most important political leaders of the 20th century. Join Active Minds as we examine Churchill’s life before becoming prime minister of England, his years in the job, and his lasting impact on his country and the world. This event is sponsored by The Carillon at Boulder Creek and Brookdale Meridian Boulder.Location: West Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302… mapCost: FreeRSVP: Boulder Senior Services: 303-441-3148

Monday, June 24, 2019, 3:00-4:00 pmCowboys
Join Active Minds for the story of the American Cowboy. We will peel back the mythology and explain how the origins of the Cowboy lie south of the border in the Spanish colonies in the Americas. We’ll trace the development of the American Cowboy and its influence upon this part of the country as well as tell a good ‘ol Cowboy story or two. This event is sponsored by Brookdale Meridian Boulder.Location: East Boulder Senior Center, 5660 Sioux Dr, Boulder, CO 80303… mapCost: FreeRSVP: Boulder Senior Services: 303-441-3148